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supported from above by means of a chain and tackle, so that 

 the weight of the animal may be taken off its limbs and still be 

 kept in an upright position. It is rarely advisable to attempt to 

 carry the entire weight of the horse. The sling should be so 

 placed under the animal that he can settle into it of his own ac- 

 cord. 



In other ailments, when the horse is unable to lie down for a 

 considerable length of time, much relief may often be had by 



Fig. 60. — A Polo Pony of Good Fobm. 



arranging a "lean to." This consists of supports so arranged 

 that the horse can lean up against or settle down on them and 

 thus relieve his weight. The supports in a "lean to" are 

 placed about the animal much like shafts, with the addition of 

 a piece across in front for the chest, and another cross-bar 

 behind for the haunches to rest upon. These supports should 

 be covered with cloths or blankets. Animals are quick to 



